December weather forecast
Shildon, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shildon, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 6°C (42.8°F) and 1.9°C (35.4°F).

Temperature

With December's advent, Shildon sees an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6°C (42.8°F), subtly shifted from November's 8.5°C (47.3°F). Shildon's nighttime temperatures in December see a subtle dip to an average of 1.9°C (35.4°F).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Shildon, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shildon, there are 146.6 rainfall days, and 308mm (12.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Shildon. In December, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 11mm (0.43") of snow is accumulated. In Shildon, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.3 days and aggregates up to 80mm (3.15") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shildon.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 3:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Shildon, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 3:50 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Shildon, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shildon. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Shildon in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Shildon, records 6°C (42.8°F), while the low-temperature is 1.9°C (35.4°F).
What is the most humid month in Shildon?
With an average relative humidity of 89%, December is the most humid month.
What is the average humidity in December in Shildon?
In Shildon, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.
How much does it rain in Shildon in December?
In Shildon, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Shildon in December?
In Shildon, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 11mm (0.43") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Shildon?
With an average of 7h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shildon, United Kingdom.
How many hours of daylight does Shildon have in December?
In December, the average day length in Shildon is 7h and 22min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shildon?
On the first day of December in Shildon, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 3:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 3:50 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Shildon have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Shildon?
The months with the lowest UV index in Shildon, United Kingdom, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December in Shildon?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Shildon, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and August (81%).

Average rainfall in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (38mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (13mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (33mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February, October and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in December
Shildon, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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